New Era for Plastic and Hand Surgery at Braunschweig’s City Hospital
Dr. Cord Christian Corterier has taken over as the new head of the Department for Plastic, Aesthetic, and Hand Surgery at Städtisches Klinikum Braunschweig (SKBS). The appointment marks a fresh direction for the department, which has now become an independent unit after previously operating under trauma surgery. Dr. Corterier brings specialised expertise in microsurgery and a vision to expand surgical services at the hospital.
Before joining SKBS, Dr. Corterier served as senior attending physician in the Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery/Burn Center at BG Clinics Bergmannstrost in Halle. His career includes board certification in plastic surgery, along with additional qualifications in hand surgery. His particular strength lies in microsurgery—a technique that involves transferring microvascular tissue to restore damaged areas after injuries, burns, or cancer treatments.
The new department head has set clear goals for his tenure. He plans to introduce advanced microsurgical procedures at SKBS and broaden the range of plastic, aesthetic, and hand surgery services. Beyond technical expansion, Dr. Corterier aims to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, emphasising that complex reconstructions often require input from multiple specialties. His decision to join SKBS was influenced by the hospital’s strong reputation and existing expertise. By fostering closer cooperation with colleagues across different fields, he hopes to enhance patient care and improve outcomes for those needing reconstructive surgery.
The department’s transition to an independent unit coincides with Dr. Corterier’s arrival, signalling a period of growth for SKBS. His focus on microsurgery and cross-specialty teamwork is expected to bring new capabilities to the hospital. Patients requiring advanced reconstructive treatments will now have access to an expanded range of surgical options.
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